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About the Role

Join the Leukaemia Foundation as we seek to deliver meaningful impact for people living with blood cancer. Be part of a talented and committed team in a role that will give you a real sense of pride and ownership

As the Prospect Researcher, you will be responsible for providing the processes, information and leads to drive philanthropic giving from high net wealth individuals and philanthropic trusts. Reporting to the Head of Major Supporters, you will focus on researching, preparing reports and lead management to support the growing major supporters program. The location for this role is flexible.

Snapshot of key responsibilities

Develop an annual prospect research plan to guide prospect research activities.

Through research and analysis, identify prospects for the major supporters pipeline

Analyse accumulated information to assess the capacity, philanthropic tendencies and affinity of prospects to the Foundation

Develop in-depth research profiles (including due diligence) and briefings for high value prospects and donors

Provide market intelligence and supporter insight to help develop, retain and grow existing relationships with high value supporters

Lead and facilitate prospect review meetings and fundraiser portfolio reviews.

Proactively build partnerships across the business, including working closely with fundraising teams and collaborating with the Data team to improve data integrity.

Refine and monitor prospect management system

Maintain comprehensive records of all research undertaken within Salesforce

Provide monthly pipeline and prospect reports from Salesforce

Create and maintain policies and procedures supporting best practices, ethical and professional research standards

Manage the prospect research budget and co-ordination of contracts and with external agencies

Provide basic prospect research training and development to staff across the business.

Our Purpose

Beating blood cancers by helping people living with blood cancer live longer and have a better quality of life.

About the Foundation

The Foundation cares for patients and their families affected by blood cancer and related blood disorders by providing a range of vital support services free-of-charge, including counselling, information, accommodation, transportation and practical assistance.

The Foundation generates significant funds each year to cutting edge medical research to find better treatments and cures. To achieve our inspiring purpose, everyone’s impact counts.

Selection Criteria

Essential:

3+ years in a qualitative research role

Knowledge of prospect research tools and resources

Understanding of wealth indicators, including income (estimated or public) and assets.

Sound judgment and discretion in dealing with confidential and sensitive donor information

Strong inter-personal skills and ability to build relationships at all levels of the business

Excellent time and project management skills

Desired:

Experience using CRM system Salesforce

Knowledge of current trends and best practice within philanthropy and prospect research

Experience working in a cancer related organisation would be advantageous

FIA member or knowledge of the FIA code and standards

What you will get in return:

Salary + Generous salary packaging up to $15,900 and entertainment card up to $2,650

Flexible working arrangements

Close to Public Transport

A collaborative, innovative and supportive team culture

Social and wellbeing activities

Employee Assistance Program

About the Organisation

Organisation Name : The Leukaemia Foundation

The Leukaemia Foundation is the only national not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the care and cure of patients and families living with blood and bone marrow cancers such as leukaemias, lymphomas, myeloma and related blood disorders.

The Leukaemia Foundation provides personalised care and support to patients, families and carers living in all metropolitan, regional and rural areas across Australia. Support services include information, resources, education and support programs, transportation to and from hospital and medical appointments, a ‘home-away-from-home’ in the Leukaemia Foundation’s fully furnished accommodation close to major hospitals, practical assistance and emotional support. All of these services are provided at no cost to patients, families and carers – so that is why our volunteers efforts are so important!